About the role
Northamptonshire Youth Justice Service (NYJS) has an exciting opportunity for two Youth Justice Team Workers to join our service on a permanent basis, working as part of the North and West teams.
There is a full‑time position within the West team based in Northampton and a part‑time 18.5‑hour job share position within the North team based out of Wellingborough. Both will require you to travel effectively across the county.
The Youth Justice Service is a statutory partnership dedicated to reducing offending among children and young people, protecting them from harm, repairing existing harm where possible and safeguarding their welfare.
Responsibilities
You will motivate children and young people, their parents and carers, and other workers to put your knowledge and experience into positive outcomes.
Working in the community you will meet young people in our offices, community venues and their homes.
You will also engage with young people in custodial establishments.
You will build and sustain professional relationships swiftly to maximise impact.
You will offer a range of approaches responsive to the needs of individuals, being persistent and determined to engage and re‑engage those who need you most.
You will work in partnership with colleagues inside and outside the YJS, representing our service in court and presenting professionally to magistrates and judges.
Qualifications
Experience undertaking complex assessments with children and young people, writing reports and designing/delivering interventions, preferably in a Youth Offending Service.
Confidence and credibility as a practitioner, with a passion for children and young people, their parents/carers, victims of crime, professional colleagues and formal settings such as Youth and Crown Courts.
A professional qualification or relevant degree such as a nationally recognised qualification as a Youth Worker, Nurse, Probation Officer, Social Worker, Teacher, or equivalent.
The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, requiring an enhanced DBS certificate and a Barred List check.
You can apply as a new applicant or previously applied; gaps over 12 months or material changes allow re‑application.
Please ensure your supporting statement details how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification, including a full employment history with any gaps.
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